Why do governments keep ignoring voters on housing, wages, and climate, yet big business never seems disappointed?
I have just published a new article looking at how corporate donors influence politics in Australia, not through conspiracy, but through access, donations, and quiet policy capture that most of us never see.
It explains:
How political donations really work
Why public opinion is routinely sidelined
How the media normalises this system
Why the “we can’t afford it” line does not stack up
This is not about left vs right. It is about money vs democracy.
If you are interested, the article is here:
👉 https://socialjusticeaustralia.com.au/corporate-donors-influence-politics/
I would genuinely like to hear what others think.
Do you believe corporate donors have too much influence, or is this just how politics works now?
Please comment, challenge, or add examples people should be aware of.
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